What to see in Senegal? Not just the landscape. Remember the history on Gorée Island, once a gathering point for slaves destined for the Americas. Discover an old trade in Senegal's largest fishing village. Observe around 400 bird species in the Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary. A trip to Senegal is far from a typical beach holiday!
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Senegal
Tour in Senegal, Gambia, and Guinea-Bissau
Tour operator: Transafrica
A journey through three African states, each with its own culture waiting to be discovered.
Bleeding, Banjul, Lompoul, Savannah, Dakar, Bijagos Archipelago
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Why travelling to Senegal?
Nature: From the Pink Lake, a high-salinity lake that tints the waters with this unique shade, to the Lompoul Desert which we cross aboard 4x4 vehicles to reach our tented camp.
Fauna: Birdwatching enthusiasts? The Djoudj National Bird Sanctuary is a natural oasis on the edge of the desert inhabited by about 400 bird species, with pelicans and flamingos being the most numerous. Collect them all!
Culture: Visit the colonial town of Saint Louis, which was home to the aviation pioneer and author of "The Little Prince". And meet the craftsmen who paint large canoes with vibrant colors in the largest fishing village in Senegal.
Curiosity: In Senegalese there is no word for "foreigner". However, there is the term "gan", which means "guest". This demonstrates the welcoming and hospitable nature of the Senegalese people, who consider every visitor as their guest.
The best time to visit Senegal
Senegal is ideal from November to May during the dry season, with perfect weather for visiting the beaches and wildlife parks.
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Useful information
- Easy, with Tramundi! Organization is our strength. Is Senegal dangerous? No, it's safe. But it could be if you go on a DIY trip to Senegal. We advise against traveling to Senegal alone, as with many other destinations, both for safety reasons and cultural issues. Take a look at our travel proposals for Senegal and set off for Africa with us!
- To travel to Senegal a passport with at least six months of remaining validity is required; an entry visa is not necessary. No vaccinations are mandatory for travelers from Italy.
- The best time for a trip to Senegal is from November to February, when there is no rainfall but the temperatures are milder compared to the following months. If you're only exploring Dakar and its surroundings, we also recommend the months of June and October.
- The capital of Senegal, Dakar, became famous for the historic Paris-Dakar desert race. The Faidherbe Bridge, a symbol of Saint Louis, designed by the famous engineer Gustave Eiffel. Lake Retba, with its pink hues, attracts thousands of tourists every year. And then a trip to Senegal can be a starting point to explore many other destinations in Africa; Morocco, Mauritania and Namibia, which will be your next African destination?
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